Nursemaid's elbow - DIY?

[Sillygirl]

It's a common injury with a very easy fix. Has anyone's ped told them over the phone how to reduce it? I am feeling pretty proud of myself as A is running around good as new. I learned about it in medical school but it really helped to have the ped's guidance as to how much force to use, what to expect, etc.

[KrisM]

Ours told us in the office after the second one she had. Third one, we did ourselves just fine.

[pinkmomagain]

I have been taught, but haven't been successful. DD2 had it 2x, and DD3 had it 1x. Not fun. You should be proud!

[caleymama]

No - when DD2 had it, I tried following the instructions in a pediatric parents medical guide that I have but DD wouldn't let me anywhere near her arm. I was okay trying it and knew more or less what to expect, but DD was totally freaking out. We called the ped, who had us bring DD in (getting her into the carseat was fun - not!) and the ped did it no problem very quickly.

Good job! Pat yourself on the back :)